Living with an ostomy

What is an ostomy ?

An ostomy refers to a redirection of a natural tract. It results from a surgical intervention to treat a disease, an intestinal obstruction or a lesion of the digestive or urinary tract, and is characterised by a small opening (stoma), that is either temporary or permanent.

Dr. ROS, Surgeon and ASSO President

The implementation or use of a stoma commonly called “pouch”, implies changes both physically and psychologically. Several life aspects are modified following the appliance installation. Family, social, professional and intimate life will be considered from another point of view, from different angles while experiencing a stoma and the pathology.

Numerous questions can arise while experiencing the disease and the duration of the ostomy. Whether the ostomy is permanent or temporary, it will inflict fittings, changes and self-transcendence.

Laury BEAUBRUN en Famille DIANT, Health Clinical Psychologist, ASSO member, offers you assistance and psychological support. You can contact her by email at :

and arrange a telephone appointment, or meet with her according to your needs.

astom-sudouest@orange.fr

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